To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
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Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
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Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
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Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econ-
omy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure
in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
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If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
Lubricant
Volume Classification
Engine oil *
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2
(drain and refill)
Recommends
Nu 2.0
4.23 US qt. (4.0 l)
API Service SM*
3
, ILSAC GF-4 or above
Theta II 2.4
5.07 US qt. (4.8 l)
Automatic transaxle fluid
7.50 US qt. (7.1 l)
MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV
NOCA ATF SP-IV, HYUNDAI genuine ATF SP-IV or
other brands meeting the above specification approved
by HYUNDAI Motor Co.,
Coolant
Nu 2.0
7.08 US qt. (6.7 l)
Mixture of antifreeze and water
(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
Theta II 2.4
7.50~7.51 US qt.
(7.1~7.4 l)
Brake fluid
0.7~0.8 US qt. (0.7~0.8 l)
FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Rear axle oil (AWD)
0.56 US qt. (0.53 l)
Hypoid gear oil API GL-5, SAE 75W/90
(SHELL SPIRAX X or equivalent)
Transfer case oil (AWD)
0.63 US qt. (0.6 l)
Fuel
15.3 US gal. (58 l)
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